Am I the only one who likes the idea of an inside cabin...

[Folk Singer]

Go with what makes you happy!

 

bon voyage everyone.:):)

[Philly Steve]

Never had one but would consider it on our next cruise as we have already visited the ports. It could also make us candidates for a late upgrade.

[caribbean sailor]

Perhaps one can afford a balcony cabin but PREFERS a different option.

Marci

 

I said my opinion,if i could not afford a balcony i could not afford a cruise.If you prefer and inside cabin good for you.I don't see how that would offend you?Where did i say you could not afford a balcony? :) Have a great next cruise.

[queenL]

We have booked a South Pacific cruise on Rhapsody in February 2014, and we will be on the bottom deck, inside cabins, 2537 and 2539. I know the cabins will be small, they are basically the cheapest cabins on the ship.

 

But I would really love to know if I'm the only one who actually likes the idea of an inside cabin: no sunshine streaming in during the early hours, a bit quieter (hopefully), and no looking at the swell (I'm very prone to sea-sickness).

 

Love to hear what others think.

 

:)

 

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I've sailed in Insides, OV, promenades and balconies. I wouldn't say I prefer insides but I certainly will choose them at times to be cost effective. Might I say if I had the chance to cruise the South Pacific region (airfare is a killer from the east coast), I'd take any cabin just to get go. Go with a great attitude and you will be fine.

[Morecruisesplz]

We wouldn't be D+ by now if we had not decided to try an inside after a couple years of only booking balconies. (I thought I had to have a balcony because I'm claustrophobic -- but inside cabins have not bothered me.) We love them. Not only is the darkness great for sleeping late or taking a nap, the cabins often more quiet because of less foot traffic but the price is right and we can cruise more often. We also find that we get up and out onto the ship -- the real reason for cruising. If we want to see the ocean and enjoy fresh air we head for the open decks. If we want to read without sun we find a sofa near a window or go to a deck with an overhang.

 

We were upgraded to a balcony a few cruises ago and only used the balcony once -- with smokers booking balconies they are really the luck of draw! Can't use it anyways if neighbors are smokers.

 

If you haven't tried once don't prejudge -- you mind find there are more good things about an inside than bad.

[goncruzn]

Ha ha, that's funny. Oh well, I've booked what I've booked, and I'll be damned if I'm gonna let a cabin stop me from enjoying my cruise.

 

If there's one thing I've learned from CC, it's that there are a million cruisers out there with a million different opinions, and that the attitude you take on the ship determines the quality of the cruise you will have.

 

:):)

 

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You couldn't have said it any better than that.

 

I had inside cabins when I first started cruising, back when balconies were few and far between on any ship. Once I experienced my first balcony in 1996 (you never forget your first ;)), I have never looked back. That's not to say I would never cruise inside again, it's just that I prefer having a balcony to look out upon the sea and also when we're in port I like to look out at the countryside of whatever country we happen to be in.

 

If you're ok with it and enjoy an inside cabin then that's all that matters!

[bucknme]

My family and I have been on a few cruises and we have always stayed in an inside cabin....You are really in there so little that we don't think the extra money is worth the views. We have stayed on all different levels and there really isn't much difference in the noise except the time we were near the elevator. We have been on deck 1,4 and 6....just enjoy being there and you won't really notice the size, light or noise(if any). Remember as with everything in life...it is how you look at it that makes it good or bad. If you go to have a good time and over look little inconveniences or issues then you will have a good time. Nothing is ever perfect so enjoy your vacation and time with family and friends.

[molly361]

We usually book balconies but are considering an inside for a cruise in 2014. However, an outside cabin is $100 more total or $25 a day more for a 4 day cruise.

 

Would you get the inside and save the $100 or go for the window?:rolleyes::confused:

[Clarea]

We usually book balconies but are considering an inside for a cruise in 2014. However, an outside cabin is $100 more total or $25 a day more for a 4 day cruise.

 

Would you get the inside and save the $100 or go for the window?:rolleyes::confused:

I'd spend the $100 on the window. The natural light makes a big difference to us.

[molly361]

I'd spend the $100 on the window. The natural light makes a big difference to us.

 

Thanks Bob that's what I was thinking- Have a great weekend!!! Ellen

[Clarea]

Thanks Bob that's what I was thinking- Have a great weekend!!! Ellen

Thanks Ellen, you too.:)

[Erik101]

Just my opinion,if i can't afford a balcony. I can't afford a cruise.:) Have a great next cruise.

 

This!

 

There is something peaceful about sitting on your balcony, reading a book, having a drink and the only sounds you hear are the waves. So I agree with C. Sailor. It's a balcony or forget it!

[jules815]

When we cruise as a family, our daughters are always in an interior and they love it. They like to take naps during the day. While I've never been in an interior, there have been a couple of cruises I've been on where due to weather, the balcony seemed like a waste of money. There are always interior cabins across from our balconies, and I can tell you, it doesn't look like any of those people are having less fun, in fact, sometimes it looks like they're having more!

 

If I lived closer to a port where airfare was never a part of the equation, we'd probably do lots of those 3-4 day deals in an interior.

[palofmine]

YES I love inside cabin... what do you mean you dont know what time it is? Get a clock, with a light on it. You can always hear the morning announcements as well. Im not paying for a balcony just to see the sun, when I can get it for free when I wake up!

 

we had on our last cruise an inside...it was not so pleasant...you never know which time is it...you need always extra lights...not really quieter as other cabins...and really small

 

so the next one will be again a balcony...

[palofmine]

Its not just the cost,.. why pay for a room I am NEVER gonna be in. I had a balcony on the Alaska cruise, because for a whole day the ship is up near the glaciers, and one for Jamaica.. that was it. When I am in bermuda I wont be in my room, I will be in port.

 

Unless you like living inside a closet at home I don't think you will find many people who prefer an inside cabin... I would say most choose an inside for one of two reasons (a) the cost or (b) their are no other types of cabins available.

[ccletzgo]

Its not just the cost,.. why pay for a room I am NEVER gonna be in. I had a balcony on the Alaska cruise, because for a whole day the ship is up near the glaciers, and one for Jamaica.. that was it. When I am in bermuda I wont be in my room, I will be in port.

 

I love it when people say this. If I had an inside room I would never be in there either.:rolleyes: We have had sea days where we never leave our room until evening. Aft........ laying in the sun on the balcony all day.. Heaven.! No dealing with chair hogs either.

[beppy]

I have to have at least a Balcony or we won't cruise....too claustrophobic to sleep in a dark tomb.....

 

We have sailed almost 25 times and have had everything from an inside to Aqua Spa suite and Concierge and much prefer the inside for many reasons. First of all it allows us to travel up to 4 times a year. We don't restrict ourselves to just cruises. We both sleep far better in an inside - darker, quieter and yes we get seasick easily too. The inside is better for all of those reasons. We spend very little time in our cabin, never have room service and aren't TV watchers. On our TA last year on the Eclipse we had an aqua spa balcony and were not able to sit out once since it was too rough and we would get soaked. My favourite ones are not on Deck 2 though as you can get some noise down there. Also stay away from under the kitchen, casino or nightclubs. The best IMHO are 2 decks under the pool, away from service areas and elevators which you see on any deck plan. Go for one that has cabins above and below. It certainly is not the case for us that once you have had a balcony, you'll never go back. Rubbish! In fact, it was the opposite. Hope you have a great time.

[cruise pup]

For me if I can't afford a verandah then I'll stick to the inside. I don't think it's worth more money to just get a window. But sometimes an outside goes for less than an inside, in which case, I'll take the outside. I don't love insides enough to take one if it costs more than an outside.

[MedicKen]

Because my DW requires an accessible cabin, we've found an inside the best choice. Now this has come to pass because of a combination of money and availability so it isn't a cut and dry preference. We have sailed in Ocean View, loved it, Balconies, not bad, and soon we'll be in a Jr. Suite. We see no reason to sail in a GS or above as, in our opinion, you pay a lot more for not much more. Granted we get a lot of room by virtue of the handicapped status but would probably sail the same if it wasn't needed.

 

[Preciusme]

Hi all, I'm new to cruising so not sure what I'm in for on my upcoming cruise. Although I shudder reading some of the comments, for now..I'm truly excited about my closet on NOS. I've worked hard to be able to take this vaca and had a tight budget. I figure if I can live in St. Lucia for 2 years without electricity, running water or a modern toilet, my closet will be like heaven for 7 days:D If I'm an unlucky soul and get seasick, the last thing I want to hear or smell is the sea :(

[thefer]

Hi

 

On all of my cruises except for the upcoming one, I always stayed in an inside room because of the cost and because I am never in the room. One time on HAL, I booked an inside room but because a group needed my room, I was upgraded to an OV. I didn't find out until the day I was to get on the ship. It was a nice surprise because it was Alaska..

 

My feeling is that since I travel alone, it is expensive to cruise as I pay double. I always try to stay in an inside room so that I can have more money on excursions. Plus, why pay to stay in an outside or balcony if you are never in the room to begin with.

 

On the other hand, I booked an inside room almost 2 yrs ago for a cruise next month and prices have significantly dropped to the point that it was about $100 more to go into a boardwalk balcony. It was cheaper than OV. I opt to do this because I would have lost the money due to the price drop so I applied it to the balcony. A couple days ago, prices dropped again and this allowed me to pick a balcony cabin. This is my first time in a balcony room so I am not sure what to expect.

[dolfansam]

I'm happy with having an inside cabin too, but as I mentioned earlier, being on Deck 2, I'm now worried about engine noise.

 

Would love to hear from anyone who might be able to put my mind at ease?

 

:)

 

I have been on numerous cruises in an inside cabin. I real don't mind it, except the one cruise when we only had one sea day and I woke up at 2 in the afternoon:rolleyes:. I have only had one cruise where noise was a real problem. We were above the theater. Every morning after breakfast while getting ready for the day, we heard the rehearsals. No need to go to the show, lol.

[Morecruisesplz]

I love it when people say this. If I had an inside room I would never be in there either.:rolleyes: We have had sea days where we never leave our room until evening. Aft........ laying in the sun on the balcony all day.. Heaven.! No dealing with chair hogs either.

 

I love when people say this! Please keep paying those high prices for the aft balcony so that I can cruise on the same ship cheaply and enjoy everything that you find so fantastic about your larger cabin. BTW, the only chair hogs are by the pool -- head to the top deck "aft" or forward and you'll always find plenty of chairs. Even some shade if you want it!

[BonTexasNY]

Another inside cabin thread. I only got to page 5 and had to stop. Since everyone else is giving their 2 cents, here are mine.

 

We (husband and myself) have cruised in mostly inside, 2 outside, 1 balcony cabin. We now prefer inside since they are much more affordable for us. We aren't breakfast in our robes on the balcony people although I do see the attraction for others. For us it's simply a matter of economics. What bothers me are the comments regarding inside cabins; "ewww; I can't be cheapy; it's a closet, it's a jail'; it's a cave; if I couldn't cruise in a balcony cabin I wouldn't cruise at all", etc., etc., etc. For us the reverse is true. If we can't book an inside we won't cruise at all. Rather we CAN'T cruise at all. If balcony rates were more affordable, of course we would book one. Even with our new Platinum discount they are still out of our reach.

 

How do you think folks who can only afford inside cabins feel when they read your comments?

 

Oh and one more thing. You CAN cruise in an inside cabin after sailing in a balcony cabin. Trust me, I've done it. it's easy!

 

So please, EVERYONE staying in the lowest deck in an inside to those in the Royal Suite, enjoy your cruises to the fullest. Happy sails to all of you.

[MandyMooToo]

Another inside cabin thread. I only got to page 5 and had to stop. Since everyone else is giving their 2 cents, here are mine.

 

We (husband and myself) have cruised in mostly inside, 2 outside, 1 balcony cabin. We now prefer inside since they are much more affordable for us. We aren't breakfast in our robes on the balcony people although I do see the attraction for others. For us it's simply a matter of economics. What bothers me are the comments regarding inside cabins; "ewww; I can't be cheapy; it's a closet, it's a jail'; it's a cave; if I couldn't cruise in a balcony cabin I wouldn't cruise at all", etc., etc., etc. For us the reverse is true. If we can't book an inside we won't cruise at all. Rather we CAN'T cruise at all. If balcony rates were more affordable, of course we would book one. Even with our new Platinum discount they are still out of our reach.

 

How do you think folks who can only afford inside cabins feel when they read your comments?

 

Oh and one more thing. You CAN cruise in an inside cabin after sailing in a balcony cabin. Trust me, I've done it. it's easy!

 

So please, EVERYONE staying in the lowest deck in an inside to those in the Royal Suite, enjoy your cruises to the fullest. Happy sails to all of you.

 

Nicely said. My husband and I can afford a balcony but we choose to go with an inside every time. He has to have the pitch black room and I get less sea sick in an inside room. And for those that ask how he sleeps at home yes, we used black glass paint, double honeycomb day sleeper blinds and then drapes to darken our room. He really struggles when we stay in hotels and resorts because of the light. We are in the process of booking our next cruise and my husband offered to tough it out in a balcony room but I said no thanks. Wouldn't want to worry that he isn't sleeping well and I don't want to be afraid of getting sea sick. So please realize that those of staying inside do so for lots of reasons. Though some people have been nice with their opinions others have been borderline rude and snobbish.

 

 

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